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Anonymous Employee in Washington, DC

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There were 3 rounds and it was not more difficult than expected. Questions were standard and some technical questions. The entire process went really fast and was not complicated and efficient.

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Unfortunately, the complexity of the interview process does not align with the pay. The interview will consume you lots of time and energy. You probably will get the offer if you are working in the same research area with the team you are applying for.

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  • They asked questions about my resume and research field.
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Anonymous Employee in Washington, DC

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I interviewed at The World Bank (Washington, DC)

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Quick, straightforward, expected questions. Relating to you previous experiences. Questions on working in a hierarchical/ bureaucratic environment. How do you work in a team, style of preferred communication, future plans, etc.

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  • Questions directly relating to the job profile, nothing out of the left field
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Anonymous Employee in Washington, DC

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I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at The World Bank (Washington, DC)

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3 rounds you need to go through: Resume Screening, Exam, Online Interview. Everything was straightforward and easy to follow. The interviewers were nice. I get my result back after 3 weeks

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  • Tell us about yourself? Why are you interested in working with the WB?
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Anonymous Employee in New York, NY

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I applied online. I interviewed at The World Bank (New York, NY) in Aug 2023

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The process is long, you need to be patient and have an income-generating actvity doing. As well as using the time to build on your existing skills. You need to do alot of background checks and research to be ready for the interviews- about 3 of them. One automated The next group. The third with a live-technical panel.

Interview Questions
  • Why do you want to be a part of the WBG What are your strenghts and weaknesses What key development project should the bank give attention to?
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Anonymous Interview Candidate in Cambridge, England

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I applied online. The process took 6 months. I interviewed at The World Bank (Cambridge, England) in Aug 2023

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Hire Vue, 5 mins. 4 questions. 2 mins each given for 2 question. 30 seconds each for 2 questions. 3 attempts for each question. Plenty of time given to first practice some model questions.

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  • 1) Three Strengths 2) Three weaknesses 3) How one is a good fit to the program 4) What one thinks the Bank should focus on, and why one fits into this work
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Anonymous Employee in Tegucigalpa

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I interviewed at The World Bank (Tegucigalpa)

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Very good place to work. Very nice coworkers and ambient. Offices are very comfortable and luxurious. The onboarding process is a little bit long but it is worth it. It is a good place to build up your career

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  • How have you resolved a conflict in your professional career?
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Anonymous Interview Candidate in Marsabit

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Initial application, applicants screening and shortlisting, first round interview, assessment and tests, second round interview, behaviour and situation analysis, reference checks, final interview and offer. An interview process refers to the series of steps and interactions between a company or organization and potential candidates for a job or position. It aims to evaluate and assess the qualifications, skills, and suitability of candidates for the role they are applying for. The interview process generally involves several stages and can vary depending on the organization and the nature of the position. Here is a general overview of a typical interview process: 1. Initial Screening: The process often begins with an initial screening, which can take the form of a phone call or an online application. The purpose of this stage is to assess basic qualifications and eliminate candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements for the position. 2. First-Round Interview: Candidates who pass the initial screening are usually invited for a first-round interview. This interview may be conducted in person, over the phone, or through video conferencing. The interviewer(s) typically ask a range of questions to assess the candidate's experience, skills, and cultural fit for the organization. 3. Assessments and Tests: Depending on the position, candidates may be required to complete assessments or tests to evaluate their technical skills, problem-solving abilities, or other job-specific competencies. These assessments can be conducted online or in-person. 4. Second-Round Interview: Some organizations conduct multiple rounds of interviews to further evaluate the shortlisted candidates. The second-round interview may involve meeting with different interviewers, such as managers, team members, or executives. The questions in this round might be more detailed and focused on the candidate's specific expertise. 5. Behavioral and Situational Interviews: Behavioral or situational interviews are often used to gauge how candidates handle specific situations or challenges they may encounter in the job. The interviewer may present hypothetical scenarios and ask the candidate how they would respond or solve a problem. 6. Reference Checks: Before making a final decision, employers may conduct reference checks by contacting the candidate's provided references, such as former employers or colleagues. These checks help verify the candidate's qualifications, experience, and work ethic. 7. Final Interview and Offer: The final interview stage typically involves meeting with higher-level executives, such as the CEO or department heads. This interview may focus on aligning the candidate's goals with the organization's vision and culture. If the candidate performs well throughout the process and meets the organization's requirements, an offer of employment may be extended. It's important to note that the interview process can vary significantly depending on the organization, industry, and specific role being filled. Some companies may include additional steps, such as panel interviews, group exercises, or skills demonstrations.

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  • Monitoring and evaluation basics in development and humanitarian
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Anonymous Interview Candidate

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I interviewed at The World Bank

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It was interactive , had a friendly conversation with the hiring team. Was not too tensed. Had to go through 2 stages. Met the hiring manager. Was not successful but had a great time

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Anonymous Employee

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Difficult Interview
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I interviewed at The World Bank

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There is a difficult assignment they give you before the interview. if you are successful in it you then get short listed and make your way to an interview. There might be a few interviews most likely with a panel of WB people.

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  • questions about your professional background, on how well you know the specifics of the offered job. There were also behavioral questions.
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The World Bank Interviews FAQs

Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at The World Bank as 71.3% positive with a difficulty rating score of 2.96 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Senior Communications Officer and Department Head Interview rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Operation Analyst and Advisor roles were rated as the easiest.

The hiring process at The World Bank takes an average of 56.24 days when considering 409 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Senior Communications Officer had the quickest hiring process (on average 1 day), whereas Senior Officer roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 360 days).

Common stages of the interview process at The World Bank according to 409 Glassdoor interviews include:

Group Panel Interview: 25.95%

Phone Interview: 14.15%

Presentation: 13.24%

One on One Interview: 12.45%

Background Check: 8.65%

Skills Test: 8.26%

Drug Test: 6.95%

IQ Intelligence Test: 4.06%

Other: 3.54%

Personality Test: 2.75%

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